Mahatma Gandhi Government Arts College in Chalakkara, Mahe, Pondicherry, is a public institution established in 1970 and affiliated with Pondicherry University. The college is recognized by the UGC and holds a NAAC B++ accreditation (2024), with a typical student strength of 1,000–1,200. It offers a diverse range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programs in Arts, Science, and Commerce, with key departments including Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Zoology, Botany, Computer Science, Commerce, Economics, English, Hindi, and Malayalam.
Mahatma Gandhi Government Arts College Admission Deadlines
Admissions at Mahatma Gandhi Government Arts College, Mahe, generally open in April and close by June each year for both UG and PG programs. For the 2025–26 cycle, UG applications are expected from April–June 2025, while PG applications typically close by mid-June 2025. The merit list is usually published within 7 days after the application deadline, and counseling is conducted in late June to early July.
|
Program |
Application Start |
Application End |
Merit List |
Counseling |
|
UG (BA, BSc, BCom) |
April 2025 |
June 2025 |
Within 7 days after deadline |
Late June–Early July 2025 |
|
PG (MA, MSc, MCom) |
April 2025 |
Mid-June 2025 |
Within 7 days after deadline |
Late June–Early July 2025 |
|
PhD |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
Mahatma Gandhi Government Arts College UG Admission
The college offers 3-year full-time UG programs in Arts, Science, and Commerce, with an annual intake of approximately 350–400 seats across all streams. Admissions are based on 12th standard marks (CBSE/State Board), and the application fee is typically INR 200–250 for general candidates. Key UG programs include BA (Economics, English, Hindi, Malayalam), BSc (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Computer Science), and BCom.
|
Course |
Duration |
Eligibility |
Selection Criteria |
Seats (Approx.) |
Total Fees (INR) |
|
BA (Economics, English, Hindi, Malayalam) |
3 Years |
10+2 (Any Stream) |
Merit (12th marks) |
120–140 |
2,000–3,000 |
|
BSc (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Computer Science) |
3 Years |
10+2 (Science Stream) |
Merit (12th marks) |
180–200 |
2,500–3,500 |
|
BCom |
3 Years |
10+2 (Commerce/Any Stream) |
Merit (12th marks) |
40–50 |
2,000–3,000 |
Mahatma Gandhi Government Arts College PG Admission
Postgraduate admissions at Mahatma Gandhi Government Arts College, Mahe, are offered in MA, MSc, and MCom programs, each with a 2-year duration. The annual PG intake is around 80–100 seats across all specializations. Eligibility requires a relevant bachelor’s degree with selection based on aggregate marks in Part III subjects. The application fee for PG programs is typically INR 250–300, and the total fee for a PG course ranges from INR 3,000–4,000.
|
Course |
Duration |
Eligibility |
Selection Criteria |
Seats (Approx.) |
Total Fees (INR) |
|
MA (English, Hindi, Malayalam, Economics) |
2 Years |
BA in relevant subject |
Merit (UG marks) |
30–40 |
3,000–4,000 |
|
MSc (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology) |
2 Years |
BSc in relevant subject |
Merit (UG marks) |
40–50 |
3,000–4,000 |
|
MCom |
2 Years |
BCom or equivalent |
Merit (UG marks) |
10–15 |
3,000–4,000 |
Mahatma Gandhi Government Arts College PhD Admission
The college offers PhD programs in select disciplines, typically in collaboration with Pondicherry University. Admissions are based on PG degree marks and performance in the university’s entrance process. The annual PhD intake is limited, with 1–3 seats per department where available. Fee details and application timelines are NA as these depend on university notifications and departmental availability.
|
Discipline |
Eligibility |
Selection Criteria |
Seats (Approx.) |
Fee (INR) |
|
Science, Arts, Commerce |
PG in relevant subject |
University entrance + Interview |
1–3 per dept. |
NA |
Mahatma Gandhi Government Arts College Application Process
Applications for UG and PG programs are typically accepted online via the official college portal, with offline submission available for select PG courses. The application fee ranges from INR 200–300 depending on the program and category. Candidates must upload scanned documents and pay the fee to complete the process. Merit lists are published online, and selected candidates are called for counseling and document verification at the campus.
-
Register online at the official college website during the application window.
-
Fill out the application form and upload required documents (marksheets, ID proof, photo).
-
Pay the application fee online (INR 200–300 as applicable).
-
Check the merit list and attend counseling if shortlisted.
-
Submit original documents and pay the first-semester fee at the time of admission.
|
Step |
Details |
|
Application Mode |
Online (UG & most PG); Offline (select PG) |
|
Application Fee |
INR 200–250 (UG), INR 250–300 (PG) |
|
Documents Required |
10th & 12th marksheets, UG/PG certificates, photo, ID proof |
|
Selection Process |
Merit list based on qualifying exam marks, followed by counseling |
|
Admission Confirmation |
Document verification and fee payment at campus |
